PEG-13 DIPHENYLOL PROPANE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A PEG-13 ethoxylate of bisphenol A, used as a polymer modifier with moderate regulatory concern due to the bisphenol core structure, requiring careful monomer residual control under EU REACH and cosmetics regulations.
PEG-13 Diphenylol Propane is a polyethylene glycol ether (average 13 EO units) of 2,2-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane (bisphenol A). Bisphenol A is banned in cosmetic products in the EU due to its endocrine-disrupting properties (SCCS opinion 2015). While the ethoxylation significantly reduces BPA leaching potential compared to free BPA, residual BPA monomer must be strictly controlled. EU REACH regulations and the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 require that cosmetic ingredients derived from BPA do not release detectable levels of BPA in the final formulation. Residual 1,4-dioxane from the ethoxylation process must also be minimised. This ingredient sits in a regulatory grey area with ongoing review.
Known concerns
- Ethoxylated bisphenol A derivative - endocrine-disrupting chemical concern
- BPA ethoxylates may残留 BPA monomer
- Regulatory scrutiny for bisphenol compounds in EU
- PEG impurities - 1,4-dioxane control required
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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